HOI AN COUNTRYSIDE DISCOVERY: CYCLING, BASKET BOAT & COOKING CLASS(4,5-5 hours)

Tour Pricing & Conditions:
FROM US$39/pax

Duration: 4.5 - 5 hours (Morning Tour)

HIGHLIGHTS
Authentic Cultural Immersion: Cycle through serene villages, meet local farmers, and connect with nature by riding a water buffalo.
Thrilling Basket Boat Adventure: Navigate the vibrant Coconut Forest, learn to paddle a traditional boat, and enjoy lively local performances.
Hands-On Cooking Class in Tra Que: Discover the secrets of Vietnamese cuisine, prepare iconic Hoi An dishes using fresh, organic ingredients, and savor your culinary creations.
Relaxing Foot Massage: Rejuvenate with a soothing herbal foot massage to end your memorable day.
DESCRIPTION

Embark on an unforgettable full-day adventure that seamlessly blends the natural beauty and rich culture of Hoi An's countryside with an immersive culinary experience. This unique tour takes you off the beaten path, offering an authentic glimpse into local life.
Your journey begins with a leisurely bike ride through picturesque village roads, winding past lush rice paddies and vast coconut groves. You'll have the chance to interact with the local environment, from admiring ancient pagodas to trying your hand at riding and feeding a water buffalo – a truly unique connection with nature.
Next, dive into the enchanting Bay Mau Coconut Forest for an exhilarating basket boat adventure. Glide through the waterways, learn to paddle the iconic round boats, try your luck at crab fishing, and be captivated by the energetic basket boat dancing performances by friendly locals.
The highlight of your day awaits at Tra Que Vegetable Village. After exploring its organic farms and learning about traditional cultivation methods, you'll join a lively hands-on cooking class. Under the guidance of a humorous local chef, you'll master the art of preparing authentic Hoi An dishes like Banh Xeo, Fried Spring Rolls, and fresh local salads, using ingredients picked directly from the village gardens. After your class, enjoy the delicious fruits of your labor for lunch.
Conclude your immersive day with a well-deserved herbal foot massage, leaving you refreshed and revitalized before your comfortable transfer back to your hotel. This tour promises an enriching experience, blending adventure, cultural insight, and culinary delight.

✔ Bikes renting fee
✔ Basket boat
✔ Local licensed tour guide
✔ Entrance tickets
✔ Bottled drinking water
✔ Cooking class fee
✔ Foot massage service

✔ Tips for your guide and driver are not included and are entirely at your discretion. We greatly appreciate your generosity, and please know that our company also has an internal reward program for our team members who consistently receive positive feedback from guests.
✔ Other services

Itinerary

DETAILED ITINERARY

8:30 - 9:00 AM: HOTEL PICK-UP & CYCLING ADVENTURE BEGINS
Our friendly tour guide (TG) will pick you up directly from your hotel or a designated meeting point in Hoi An.
The TG will help you select comfortable bicycles and safety helmets.
Embark on a leisurely bike ride along peaceful village roads, winding through lush rice paddies and vast coconut groves.
Unique Experience: Stop to admire an ancient village pagoda, expansive rice fields, and serene water buffaloes. Your TG will share fascinating insights into local farming practices, various crops, and daily life.
Fun Challenge: Enjoy the memorable experience of riding and feeding a water buffalo, creating an authentic connection with nature.
9:30 - 10:20 AM: EXPLORING CAM THANH COCONUT FOREST & BASKET BOAT ADVENTURE

Cycle to Cam Thanh Coconut Village (Bay Mau Coconut Forest).
Highlight Activity: Board a traditional bamboo basket boat. Enjoy a scenic ride through the coconut waterways, learn to paddle a basket boat, try your hand at crab fishing, and witness an energetic basket boat dancing performance by friendly locals. The cheerful and hospitable atmosphere will create lasting memories
. 10:20 - 10:40 AM: CYCLE TO TRA QUE VEGETABLE VILLAGE

Cycle from Cam Thanh Coconut Village to Tra Que Vegetable Village (approximately 20 minutes), continuing to enjoy the beautiful rural scenery along the way.
10:40 AM - 1:10 PM: TRA QUE VEGETABLE VILLAGE EXPLORATION & CULINARY CLASS DELIGHT

Arrive at Tra Que Vegetable Village, famous for its organic vegetable plots cultivated using traditional methods.
Learn about the cultivation process, various local vegetables, and unique farming techniques directly from the farmers.
Hands-on Activity: Join local farmers in some gardening tasks like preparing soil, sowing seeds, watering, or fertilizing, offering a fun and enriching experience.
Highlight Activity: Culinary Class! Participate in a lively cooking class with our humorous local chef right within the village. You'll learn to prepare authentic Hoi An dishes using fresh, organic ingredients directly from the farm. The menu typically includes:
Banh Xeo (savory Vietnamese pancake)
Fried Spring Rolls
Local Salad
Braised Mackerel Fish in a Clay Pot (subject to availability)
After the class, enjoy a delicious lunch featuring the dishes you've prepared, along with other traditional local specialties.
1:10 - 1:30 PM: RELAXING FOOT MASSAGE
Indulge in a 20-minute herbal relaxing foot massage, a perfect way to rejuvenate your energy after the tour.

1:30 - 2:00 PM: TOUR CONCLUDES & HOTEL DROP-OFF
Your tour guide and driver will comfortably take you back to your hotel.
The tour guide will bid you farewell, expressing gratitude and hope to welcome you, or your friends and family, again soon.

NOTE:
Total cycling distance is approximately 10-15 km, suitable for average fitness levels.
The itinerary may be flexibly adjusted based on actual conditions and weather to ensure the best experience.

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